Nigerian Banks Assure Safety After Global Cyberattack
Nigerian banks reassure customers that deposits are safe after a global cyberattack hit 35+ organisations, urging vigilance against fraud.
Category : Security
Bandits kill 3, injure 2 in Kaduna POS shop attack
Bandits attacked a POS shop in Galadimawa, Kaduna, killing 3 and injuring 2. Residents urge government to deploy more security.
Katsina Hisbah Bans Hotel Raids Without Court Orders
Katsina Hisbah Board orders personnel to obtain valid court orders or arrest warrants before entering hotels or private residences, effective immediately.
Soldier, four others arrested in Plateau drug raid
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested a soldier and four suspected drug peddlers in a raid on a notorious hideout in Jos North, Plateau State, recovering illicit drugs.
US court sentences Nigerian, three others over $1.7m fraud
Adedayo Fateru, a Nigerian permanent resident, and three accomplices have been sentenced in the US for laundering $1.7 million in fraud proceeds, including COVID-19 loan scams.
Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Resigns Amid New Probe
Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns with immediate effect as the university launches a fresh investigation into his academic qualifications and career claims.
NAICOM Revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Licence, Appoints Liquidator
NAICOM cancelled Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation's licence for failing to meet capital requirements; Muiz Banire appointed liquidator, accounts frozen.
Trump Helicopter Near Miss at Reagan Airport Investigated
FAA and NTSB probe a commercial jet takeoff that coincided with Marine One's departure, raising airspace safety concerns near Reagan Airport.
US Student Visas to Indians, Chinese Drop Up to 60% in 2025
US F-1 student visas issued to Indian and Chinese nationals fell sharply in May–August 2025, with Indian visas down 60% from the 2017-2024 average, according to State Department data.
Troops Arrest Terrorist Informant in Adamawa
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested Alhaji Sule Bako, a suspected terrorist informant, in Hong LGA, Adamawa, during Operation Desert Sanity V.
VDM Refuses Lagos Police Invitation, Cites Safety Fears
VeryDarkMan refuses Lagos police invitation over AIG Jimoh, citing safety fears. Police confirm separate probes into murder case and misconduct allegations.
NAICOM Revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Licence, Freezes Accounts
NAICOM revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation's licence, freezes bank accounts, and directs policyholders to other insurers. Find out the impact and next steps.
Bandits kill woman, injure another in Plateau
Suspected Fulani bandits killed a woman and injured another in Aloghom Village, Mangu LGA, Plateau State, on August 3, 2026. Troops responded swiftly, evacuating victims to hospital.
Abuja Tremor: FG Confirms Minor Quake, Urges Calm
Abuja recorded a minor earth tremor on August 4, 2026, at 11am. Minister Dele Alake confirms, urges residents to stay calm.
FG Approves 30-80% Salary Raise for 250,000 Nigerian Military
President Tinubu approves 30-80% salary increase for 250,000 military personnel, effective September 1, 2026, raising wage bill to ₦924 billion.
Isaac Fayose: EFCC Freezing Osun Account Is Attack on Democracy
Isaac Fayose slams EFCC for freezing Osun govt account ahead of election, alleging double standards and warning of 2027 'coronation'.
Three Children Dead in Anambra Native Doctor's Home
Three children were found dead in a female native doctor's home in Anambra, while a fourth was rescued alive. Police have launched an investigation.
Diddy Paid Lawyers $8 Million in Criminal Defense
Sean 'Diddy' Combs spent up to $8 million on legal fees for his federal case, covering a team of lawyers, as he now serves 50 months in prison.
20-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Stabbing of Brother
Troops arrested Abubakar Usman, 20, for allegedly stabbing his elder brother to death in Jema'a LGA, Kaduna State. The victim died at General Hospital, Kafanchan.
Nigerian Woman in UK Rejects N30 Billion to Return Home
A Nigerian woman in the UK refused offers up to £15m (₦30bn) to return to Nigeria, citing the loss of two children to medical negligence.
FIFA Denies Infantino Offered Morocco 2030 Final
FIFA rejects claims President Gianni Infantino promised Morocco the 2030 World Cup final, citing false allegations amid re-election pressure.
Coalition Backs Police in Ajiran Murder Case, Demands Lawful Trial
Coalition of civil rights groups supports Police handling of Ajiran murder case, warns against media pressure, calls for internal probe into leaked documents.
Irish Police Seize 180 Vehicles, Drugs in Dublin
Gardaí seized 166 e-bikes, e-scooters, and other vehicles, plus €158,000 drugs and a shotgun in a major Dublin operation under Operation Meacán.
Israel Strikes Lebanon, Kills 1, Orders Evacuation
Israel strikes southern Lebanon, killing one and injuring 12, as it orders evacuation of Mansouri amid ceasefire tensions.
EFCC freezes Osun govt accounts over N11bn fraud
EFCC confirms freezing Osun State Government accounts over alleged N11 billion fraud, citing fraudulent transfers and ongoing investigations.
13-Year-Old Charged in Louisiana Girl's Shooting Death
A 13-year-old boy faces second-degree murder charges in the shooting death of 14-year-old Makayla Pennywell in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is held at a juvenile detention center.
Army Places Bounty on ISWAP Terrorist Leaders
Nigerian Army declares ISWAP leaders wanted, offers reward for info leading to arrest of Abu Musa Al-Mangawi and others.
Fifth suspect arrested over mob killing of Jos model Ibrahim Mbaya
Police arrest 24-year-old Yusuf Christopher Beskeni over alleged involvement in mob killing of 25-year-old model Ibrahim Mbaya in Jos, Plateau State.
Explosive Drone Found Near Ukrainian Planes at German Airport
German police found a drone carrying an explosive device near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Interior minister calls it a 'new level of threat'.
UK: 5 Reasons Foreigners Can Lose ILR in 2026
The UK Home Office has clarified five grounds for revoking indefinite leave to remain in 2026, including deportation, deception, and absence.
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